“Preparing for the First Day of School with God Leading the Path” Led by Dr. Victoria Reese with co-leaders It is preferred we begin painting the week prior to Serve Day (starting July 8th) 🎨 Serve Day 2025 – Glen Iris Elementary Painting Team Overview The Painting Team is essential in helping breathe new life into high-impact areas of the school. Through color, care, and detail, we’re creating a space that uplifts both staff and students. 🖌️ Painting Team Goals Provide a clean, welcoming environment that inspires pride and peace Add vibrant school spirit and professionalism to communal areas Touch up heavily trafficked spaces and exterior structures 🏫 Areas to Be Painted Teacher Workroom Calming, soft-tone wall refresh to support the new prayer/comfort space Conference Room Clean, professional paint for collaboration and leadership meetings Broadcasting Room Cheerful, energizing color to reflect student newscasting and creativity Main School Doors & Hallway Railings Brighten entryways and restore worn-down sections with school colors Garden Gazebo Paint gazebo structure (weather-safe exterior paint) Spot wood repairs if needed Pond Area Trim Fence and border trimming for refreshed visual appeal Playground Fence (If Permitted) Paint and minor touch-ups for safety and brightness GYM Area Walls & Trimmings Repaint scuffed or discolored walls Touch up or repaint gym entry doors Highlight trimmings, corner guards, and baseboards Optional: add motivational wording or school spirit phrases with stencils 🧰 Materials Needed Interior latex wall paint (low VOC – colors TBA) Exterior paint (for doors, railings, gazebo, etc.) Paint rollers and trays (multiple sizes) Trim brushes and detail brushes Painter’s tape and drop cloths Step ladders and extension poles Disposable gloves and aprons Sandpaper and filler (for prepping surfaces) Rags and cleanup supplies Paint stirrers and can openers 🎨 Design & Color Guidelines Paint colors will be approved by school leadership and announced in advance Do not bring your own paint unless confirmed by a Serve Day leader All trimmings, rails, and doors will be refreshed using school spirit colors (green & yellow) where appropriate Gym accent painting may include motivational phrases or mascot graphics 👷 Volunteer Info & Safety Wear old clothing and closed-toe shoes Follow all safety protocols and adult supervision for minors Volunteers under 18 must be paired with an adult for any ladder or trimming work All work will be done with school permission and under the direction of the Painting Team Leader